Connect America Fund

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The Connect America Fund (CAF) has been established as a response by the FCC to reform and modernize the Universal Services Fund (USF) and Intercarrier Compensation (ICC) system. The goals of the CAF include eliminating the voice-centric model of the USF and replacing it with a broadband-based model, as well as accelerating broadband build-out in rural areas. These changes affect every Local Exchange Carrier that currently participates in the USF program, and Mid-State can assist you in determining the course of action that is in the best interests of your company and customers.

A much-needed investigation into KentuckyWired is underway. KentuckyWired, the 3,200-mile statewide government-owned broadband network (GON) is on schedule to become the most expensive infrastructure project in the commonwealth’s history.Read the article...